Alternative Cinema Podcast

Michael Raso

Exploring ultra low budget cult movies and film making!

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S17 · E61
May 14 · 51 min
Alternative Cinema Podcast 61 - Ross Snyder
Alternative Cinema Podcast – Episode 61 Shot-on-video mayhem returns on Episode 61 of the Alternative Cinema Podcast! Michael Raso and John Fedele are joined by Ross Snyder of Saturn's Core Audio & Video to discuss the world of 1990s New Jersey underground filmmaking, including the legacy of ei Independent Cinema, WAVE Productions, and the regional DIY horror scene. From ultra low-budget productions to cult movie preservation, this episode is packed with stories, nostalgia, and appreciation for fringe cinema culture. Tune in and subscribe! AlternativeCinema.com
S17 · E60
April 14 · 1 hr
Alternative Cinema Podcast 60 - Henrique Couto
Alternative Cinema Podcast – Episode 60 - In this episode, Michael Raso is joined by filmmaker Henrique Couto for an in-depth discussion on the past, present, and future of ultra low-budget independent cinema. Topics include: The acquisition of elements from the Something Weird Video film library A look back at podcast history and underground film culture The 4K remaster of the 1989 horror anthology The Basement The rediscovery of Bruce G. Hallenbeck’s 1994 horror anthology Black Easter Preserving and restoring obscure genre films Whether you're a filmmaker, collector, or fan of outsider cinema, this episode dives into the passion that keeps underground film alive.
S10 · E59
Oct 30, 2019 · 50 min
Alternative Cinema Podcast 59 - Erin Russ
The Alternative Cinema Podcast 2019 Halloween Episode! Episode 59 - October 30, 2019 Catch up with the original Alternative Cinema Podcast crew in this special Halloween reunion episode, in which Michael Raso, John Fedele, Erin Hellfire (née Russ), William Hellfire and guest Mark Dalzell chit-chat about some of their new projects, long-running favorite spooky subjects and celebrate some of the momentous events that have transpired over the past 7 years!
S1 · E1
Jun 20, 2017 · 46 min
Alternative Cinema Podcast - Episode 58
Alternative Cinema Podcast Episode 58 – June 20, 2017 Make your movie! No Budget Movie Insight and Tips from Easter Sunday Filmmakers. Plus Michael Raso and Henrique Couto talk new indie DVD and VHs releases!
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Jun 18, 2016 · 47 min
Vinyl Record Podcast 03
Vinyl Record Podcast - Episode 01 (reboot) - June 15, 2016 See the video version - https://youtu.be/sKY65Rg-z70 The podcast for people who love to play and collect vinyl records! John Fedele and Michael Raso head out to the Second Saturday Record Show in Wayne NJ. They discuss their haul of rare and bargain vinyl! Write to Mike and John - VinylRecordPodcast@gmail.com
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Jun 2, 2016 · 21 min
Alternative Cinema Podcast - Episode 57
Alternative Cinema Podcast - Episode 57 - June 1, 2016 Michael Raso and Henrique Couto chat about the VHS Renaissance going on at Camp Motion Pictures. Camp is the label that has released the 1980s SOV classics Splatter Farm, Cannibal Campout, Woodchipper Massacre, Beatty Queen Butcher, Ghould School and other super indie classics!
S1 · E1
May 3, 2016 · 14 min
Alternative Cinema Podcast - Episode 56
Alternative Cinema Podcast Episode 56 - May 3, 2016 Michael Raso and Henrique Couto talk about America's Deadliest Home Video - the lost 1991 "found footage movie" - it's DVD, VHS release and upcoming NYC screenings!
Apr 17, 2016 · 8 min
Vinyl Record Podcast RSD 2016
Vinyl Record Podcast - Record Store Day 2016! Michael and special guest Sophie discuss what LPs they picked this Recod Store Day!
Feb 13, 2016 · 1 hr 3 min
Vinyl Record Podcast 02
Vinyl Record Podcast - Episode 02 – February 15, 2016 The internet radio show for people who love to listen to vinyl! John Fedele and Michael Raso share their vintage vinyl finds from the Wayne NJ "Second Saturday Record Show"! e-mail Mike & John: VinylRecordPodcast@gmail.com The Second Saturday folks: http://www.showsandexpos.com/record-show-wayne.htm https://www.facebook.com/SecondSaturdayRecordShow
Jan 19, 2016 · 30 min
Vinyl Record Podcast 01
Vinyl Record Podcast - Episode 01 – January 18, 2016 The internet radio show for people who love to listen to vinyl! Pilot Episode! Michael Raso and John Fedele from The Film Photography Podcast spin-off their first episode of the VRP (Vinyl Record Podcast)! Tune in!
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Nov 27, 2015 · 48 min
Alternative Cinema Podcast - Episode 55
Alternative Cinema Podcast 55 Episode 55 – November 26, 2015 Your Cult Movie Destination with Michael Raso and Henrique Couto! New releases! Shooting on Film and More!
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Jul 18, 2015 · 1 hr 20 min
Alternative Cinema Podcast - Episode 54
Join Michael Raso and John Fedele for this edition of The AC Podcast. This show we discuss: Our Upcoming New Releases The Basement Super 8 Screenings Shooting Super 8 Vinyl Record Madness Visit ( http://filmphotographyproject.com/content/news/2015/07/super-8-horror-anthology-screening ) for screening towns and dates for the Super 8 film The Basement! The Basement page on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Super8theBasement
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Jun 11, 2015 · 20 min
Alternative Cinema Podcast - Episode 53
Episode 53 - June 15, 2015 Cult movie news and interviews! This episode features Super 8 news including J.R. Bookwalter's "The Dead Next Door" remastering and Indie Go Go Campaign ( https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-dead-next-door-ultimate-edition-blu-ray#/story ) and upcoming screenings of the 1989 Super 8 horror anthology "The Basement" Alternative Cinema Events Expos and Fan Shows Buy exclusive Alternative Cinema products and the latest in cult, horror and exploitation DVDs at incredible prices at these upcoming expos and fan shows! Monster Mania Cherry Hill NJ July 31-August 2 www.monstermania.net Monster Mania Hunt Valley MD October 2-4 www.monstermania.net Cinema Wasteland Strongsville OH, October 2-4 www.cinemawasteland.com Chiller Theatre Parsippany NJ October 23-25 www.chillertheatre.com Screenings Catch THE BASEMENT, the Camp Motion Pictures 1989 Super 8 movie fast on its way to becoming a cult classic, at two upcoming Texas theatrical screenings! Each screening will be introduced by producer and cinematographer Michael Raso, owner of Camp Motion Pictures. Additional details and screenings coming up soon! Alamo Drafthouse Ritz Location, Austin TX July 28, 2015 Aviation Cinemas, Dallas Tx July 30, 2015
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Oct 21, 2014 · 1 hr 7 min
Alternative Cinema Podcast - Episode 52
Episode 52 – November 2014 Cult movie news and interviews! This episode features The Vanishing Hitchhikers (Melissa O’Brien and Chris LaMartina)! They chat about their new vinyl LP “Tales of the Hook,” making Call Girl of Cthulhu and the filmmaking experience!
S1 · E30
Aug 8, 2014 · 57 min
Alternative Cinema Podcast - Episode 51
Episode 51 – August 1, 2014 Cult movie news and interviews! This episode features filmmaker Henrique Couto. Henrique discusses the challenges of making movies on little to no budgets and goes into details on how to shoot professionally so that you can get your film distributed.
S1 · E29
Jul 7, 2014 · 27 min
Alternative Cinema Podcast - Episode 50
In this episode Michael Raso interviews Desiree Saetia about modeling, singing and acting. Desiree is the star of the recently released super low budget film “Phantom of the Grindhouse.” You can see at hear Desiree by visiting the following links:
Oct 1, 2013 · 48 min
Alternative Cinema Podcast / Episode 49 / October 1, 2013
In this episode Michael Raso, Erin Russ and William Hellfire talk about all the fundraising efforts of their new underground B-Movie “Upside Down Cross”! Review the 1987 TV broadcast of the WNUF Halloween Special, Chiller Theatre and more!
Sep 11, 2013 · 1 hr 6 min
Alternative Cinema Podcast / Episode 48 / September 15, 2103
The AC Podcast returns! In this episode Michael Raso, John Fedele, Erin Russ and William Hellfire talk about all the latest underground B-Movie news including William return to directing with his new film “Upside Down Cross”!
Jul 4, 2013 · 10 min
Alternative Cinema Podcast - Episode 47 - July 4, 2013
In this Express Episode, Michael Raso talks about why he is contributing funds to the new Bigfoot movie The Legend of Six Fingers! You too can contribute! William Hellfire chats up Bigfoot stories from the 1980s!
S4 · E25
Feb 1, 2013 · 57 min
Alternative Cinema Podcast / Episode 46 - February 1, 2013
In this episode of the Alternative Cinema Podcast, hosts Michael Raso, Erin Russ, William Hellfire, and John Fedele deliver a lively roundtable packed with underground film chatter, cult movie recommendations, and behind-the-scenes indie filmmaking talk. The group blends humor, personal updates, and genre enthusiasm while spotlighting the DIY spirit of low-budget cinema.

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